Description:
„General is a Chinese brand of higher-end Virginia type cigarettes, manufactured Jinan Cigarette Factory (济南卷烟厂, Shandong Province, China). This hard pack features a solid design with a light gold background, a subtle metallic texture, and a red shield in the center with the Chinese characters 將軍 ( 將軍 ) carved in white.jiangjun, meaning "general").
Three gold stars are visible at the top, symbolizing high quality, and an inscription in English at the bottom “20 Class A Cigarettes” and “"Jinan Cigarette Factory - China"”. Marking indicated on the side King Size and manufacturer information in Chinese.
The package is undamaged, in the original film, the gold color remains bright - very good condition.
Value assessment:
Collectible Value: Average. General cigarettes are considered a favorite among Chinese collectors. regional luxury product, intended for the domestic market and characterized by a good tobacco blend (Virginia blend). Although the brand was not exported widely, the design with the three-star motif and red coat of arms makes it attractive to collectors.
Condition assessment: Very good - the package is unopened, the film is intact, the corners are neat.
Historical data: Jinan Cigarette Factory has produced several regional brands since the 1990s, among which General stood out as a prestigious option with gold packaging aimed at a higher-end market niche.
